Data Center Rack & Cabling Engineer

TECEZE; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Oregon is seeking an experienced Data Center Rack & Cabling Engineer to support high-precision rack deployment and structured cabling in a live data hall. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience in fiber and copper connectivity, with a focus on safety standards. Responsibilities include inspecting and positioning racks, performing structured cabling, and coordinating with deployment teams. Certification in Rack Tug and OSHA is mandatory. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in data center rack installation and positioning.
• Strong experience in fiber and copper patching and cable management.
• Ability to read and follow rack elevation diagrams and patching matrices.
• Familiarity with data center safety and operational protocols.
• Experience working in live data hall environments.

Responsibilities

• Inspect racks for damage or moisture exposure.
• Transport racks from loading dock to data hall.
• Position racks as per mapping provided.
• Level racks and securely bolt them to the floor.
• Energize racks using pre-installed overhead power whips.
• Perform structured cabling from overhead trays to racks.
• Verify port-to-port connectivity and labeling accuracy.
• Ensure proper cable routing and management standards.
• Support optics installation if required.
• Coordinate with asset and white glove teams.
• Capture and report installation status.

Skills

Data center rack installation

Fiber and copper patching

Cable management

Reading rack elevation diagrams

Following operational protocols

Job description

We are hiring an experienced Data Center Rack & Cabling Engineer to support white-glove rack deployment, positioning, and structured cabling activities inside a live data hall environment. The role requires precision, adherence to safety standards, and experience working with fiber and copper connectivity as per defined patching matrices.

Scope of Work / Responsibilities

• Inspect racks for any damage, moisture exposure, or temperature-related concerns before movement.
• Transport racks from loading dock to data hall (multi-floor movement using elevators and rack tugs).
• Position racks in designated locations as per mapping provided.
• Level racks and securely bolt them to the floor.
• Energize racks using pre-installed overhead power whips.
• Perform structured cabling from overhead trays to racks as per patching matrix:
• Verify correct port-to-port connectivity and labeling accuracy.
• Ensure proper cable routing and cable management standards.
• Support optics installation (if required).
• Coordinate with asset and white glove teams during rack movement and staging.
• Capture and report installation status as per guidelines.

Required Skills

• Hands-on experience in data center rack installation and positioning.
• Strong experience in fiber and copper patching and cable management.
• Ability to read and follow rack elevation diagrams and patching matrices.
• Familiarity with data center safety and operational protocols.
• Experience working in live data hall environments.

Mandatory Certifications

• Rack Tug Certification
• OSHA Certification

Preferred Experience

• Experience working with white glove deployment teams.
• Knowledge of optics and transceiver installation.